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Dola Posh

@dolaposh

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Photographs, Motherhood & other visual stories.✨
Leica Women Foto Project Award Winner
Founder @auricmoms
📍England @studio.dola
📩 [email protected]

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‘Winner’ I’m honoured to share that I won the Leica Women Foto Project Award! I had a list of ‘little’ dreams in 2021, and this was part of that. My journey has been a testament to persistence (I applied three times 🥹). Winning this award validates my growth as an artist and storyteller. I’m grateful for this opportunity to amplify the stories of black mothers through my Omo mi series. Thank you to @leicacamerausa @leica_camera @leicauk and the judges for believing in my vision and granting me this opportunity. I needed a sign to keep pushing forward, and this was it. Thank you to everyone who supported my journey and made it possible for me to live my dream. Above all, thank you, God, for the gift of my precious child. I’m overwhelmed with joy. Congratulations to the other brilliant awardees @stasia.schmidt @camille.lenain @luvialazo ❤️
Happy International Women’s Day!

Love,
Dola

#dolaposh #leicauk #leica #leicawomenfoto #iwd #omomi #love #Unitedkingdom #Nigeria #care #art #motherhood #momlife #black #african #art #mom #portrait #dreams #photography #portraiture #fashion #london #womenswear #style #child #selfportrait #series #cameramama taken in London, United Kingdom by @dolaposh

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3 years ago

‘The state we're in.’
I am so honoured to announce that the photo story ‘Care’ from the ‘omo mi’ series was commissioned and is live on billboards all around the UK. Thank you, @artichoketrust The Gallery.Org, Helen Marriage, Martin Firrell, @brenocallaghan Darrell Vydelingum, Ekene Akawalu and the incredible artists and artichoke team for the opportunity and work you put into this project.

When I moved to England a few years ago, I never thought this would be possible. Every day God keeps showing me, I'm on the right path, and I'm beyond grateful. This is huge as the world will see my heart and what I love to do. It was a joy seeing how people interacted with our work and story. Last night was magical. If you see us out there- please send me a picture 🥹💕

This post is dedicated to my daughter, husband, @fungaimarima everyone who supports us and all black mothers with our precious children ❤️✨✨✨A moment I'll never forget.

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Martin Firrell, Creative Director, The Gallery
Justin Cochrane, CEO of Clear Channel Europe and Chair, Outsmart Helen Marriage, Director Artichoke.
Incredible Curator @brenocallaghan ✨✨✨💕💕💕
Ying-Di, Nia, Liz, Zoë, Steven

#TheGalleryS2
The Gallery is in partnership with @guardian and the out-of-home industry, including founding partners @clearchanneluk and @jcdecaux_uk.
Season 2 of The Gallery is supported by @alightmedia, @massmediaoutdoor, @kbh_ooh, @75medialtd, @wildstoneuk, Redbus Media and @outsmartooh.
The Gallery is also supported by @artscouncilni, Colwinston Charitable Trust, Esmé Mitchell Trust, Idlewild Trust, The Ashley Family Foundation and The Austin & Hope Pilkington Trust.

#styled @theblackazul ❤️

#dolaposh #TheGalleryS2 #motherhoodseries #grateful #omomi taken in London, United Kingdom by @dolaposh

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4 years ago

‘Care’ - @dolaposh

Self-portrait photographer Dola Posh talks about how she responded to the theme ‘The State We’re In’ for Season 2 of The Gallery.

#TheGalleryS2

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The Gallery is in partnership with @guardian and the out-of-home industry, including founding partners @clearchanneluk and @jcdecaux_uk.

Season 2 of The Gallery is supported by @alightmedia, @massmediaoutdoor, @kbh_ooh, @75medialtd, @wildstoneuk, Redbus Media and @outsmartooh.

The Gallery is also supported by @artscouncilni, Colwinston Charitable Trust, Esmé Mitchell Trust, Idlewild Trust, The Ashley Family Foundation and The Austin & Hope Pilkington Trust. by @dolaposh

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4 years ago

For a long time, I showed up as an artist, a mum, while carrying experiences I hadn’t fully processed. Life kept moving, and I thought I was… but I wasn’t. I got very good at hiding and acting like I was okay. Chapter 1 of With Love, Dola - an honest documentation of me finding my way back. I hope you’ll follow me on this journey.
Watch the full video now on YouTube. Link in bio. 🤍

With love, Dola.

#dolaposh #motherhood #youtube #slowliving #withlovedola taken in London, United Kingdom by @dolaposh

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Happy Mother’s Day 🎉🤍 “A photograph of Iya Jibola with her children collecting fish on the Lagos Lagoon ❤️”

Today I’m thinking about mothers everywhere - who nurture with love and hold their children and communities together.

Being away from home I have felt the love of many mothers who have held my hand, guided me, prayed for me, and loved me like their own.

I’m grateful for my mother, my sister, my aunties, my daughter’s godmother, the women I photograph, and the women who have surrounded me with care when I needed it most. Motherhood is a blessing.

Happy Mother’s Day 🤍

#dolaposh #mothersday #motherhood by @dolaposh

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7 months ago

“Feti, smoking fish at home by the Lagos Lagoon” These mothers are the backbone of their communities. While I was home in Nigeria, in the area I grew up, I spent time with women living on the lagoon; watching the rhythm of work, care, and preparation that begins each morning.
When I asked to take her photograph, Feti said she would love to be photographed as she is, wearing her favourite necklace. That made me smile. 🤍 but Last week, I saw news of homes destroyed in Makoko, a neighbouring lagoon community and It brought back everything I witnessed while spending time with women like Feti.

In our rush to modernise, we erase fragments of who we are - our identity.
A city is not only its buildings; it is its people, its water, and its memory. I hope the government will remember that.

Series supported by @leicausa
Shot with @Leica_camera SL3 @leicauk @leicausa
Edited @adobe @photoshop @lightroom
Assistant Moses and Ini
bts Ini
Shot in Lagos, Nigeria.

#dolaposh #home #Nigeria #motherhood #makoko taken in Lagos, Nigeria by @dolaposh

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9 months ago

Care II - During Covid-19, after my daughter was born, my mother would stay on the phone while I bathed her, oiled her hair, and rocked her to sleep.Some days, she stayed until I slept too.

When I made the image Care (on 2nd slide) I dreamt of the day we would include my mother as the work always felt like it needed one more presence. It needed my Her.
Care II is dedicated to her and for the first time, I am truly smiling in the frame. So much joy to finally make this. 🤍

Series supported by @leicacamerausa @maryirenem
Shot with @leica_camera SL3 @leicauk
Edited on @adobe @photoshop @lightroom
Shot in Lagos, Nigeria.

#dolaposh #home #Nigeria #motherhood threegenerations taken in Lagos, Nigeria by @dolaposh

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9 months ago

‘Iya Mi’ A Self-portrait with my precious mother and daughter on Mother’s Day.’ photographed at sunset in Lagos, Nigeria. 🇳🇬

Oh, my mother! I longed for your warmth and presence, and on this Mother’s Day, being with you, holding your hands and hearing your words has been a true blessing. This was an emotional shoot; one of reunion, love, and gratitude. Your love for simplicity, art and expression is a gift you’ve passed down, and I carry it with me always. Happy mothers day to my mother and the beautiful moms around the world. Wishing you all a beautiful day filled with love and peace 💗🌸💗

*Styled in my mother’s Aso Oke from her wedding, this moment is a tribute to her and the mothers who surround me.

Shot on Leica SL3 @leicacamerausa @leicauk

#dolaposh #mothersday #leica #leicasl3 #family #love #Unitedkingdom #care #motherhood #motheranddaughter, #generations, #heritage, #motherslove, #nigerianfashion #momlife #black #african #art #mom #portrait #photography #portraiture #fashion #london #womensupportingwomen #style #child #series #cameramama #home taken in Lagos, Nigeria by @dolaposh

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2 years ago

After six years away, I returned home to Nigeria. My daughter also met my mother for the first time. 🤍This journey gave me back parts of myself I had forgotten. Being with my mother again was such a great joy I held close.
“Home is Love.” ❤️

#dolaposh #home #Nigeria #motherhood #motheranddaughter taken in Lagos, Nigeria by @dolaposh

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9 months ago

Here’s a look inside @dolaposh’s beautiful work!
 We talked about her journey through motherhood, mental health and rebuilding identity as an artist
 Her work is amazing and so is her story 🤍
 Check out the full episode on YouTube or Apple Podcasts ▶️🎧

#podcastcommunity #podcastmovement #dolaposh by @dolaposh

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‘The origin’ When we started making self-portraits, it felt easy for my mind because I had no idea what I was doing, I just let the creative spirit guide me. Now, with growth, I often feel afraid of doing something “wrong.” But being an artist means letting go of that fear. It means trusting my heart and following the light, no matter how simple or complicated the photo story feels.
So here we are; breakfast with my daughter, just us, making our own kind of story and that’s enough. ❤️

📷 Leica SL3 @leicacamerausa @leicauk
Wearing of her own kind @ofherownkind
Daisy-Grace wearing @louisemisha

#dolaposh #leica #stories #Motherhood #SelfPortraits #SimpleJoys #family #love #Unitedkingdom #care #art #motherhood #momlife #black #african #art #mom #portrait #dreams #photography #portraiture #fashion #london #womenswear #style #child #series #cameramama #home #leicastories taken in London, United Kingdom by @dolaposh

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‘Days when you don’t have the words, I pray the works of your hands speak for you’. ✨My mother said this prayer for many years; it’s now a part of me. In 2024, I witnessed the effects of those words, and I am so grateful to you all for taking my work and speaking for me in rooms I wasn’t in; you have lifted me with love, empathy, and kindness. Through this Lens, I will tell truthful stories, change lives, and keep helping many others along the way. Thank you for this life-changing opportunity - I am blessed to be your photographer. One photo story at a time! Are you ready? Because I am. 💃🏾 Wishing you all a magical year ahead 🎊🎊🎊

Love
Dola. ❤️

Camera 📸: Leica SL3 🔴 @leicauk @leicacamerausa ❤️

#dolaposh #leica #camera #photography #photostories #mothersday #dolaposh #family #love #Unitedkingdom #care #art #motherhood #momlife #black #african #art #mom #portrait #dreams #portraiture #fashion #london #womenswear #style #child #selfportrait #series #cameramama taken in London, United Kingdom by @dolaposh

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